Full-Time

Technical Program Manager

Data & Go to Market Systems

Posted on 9/18/2024

Brightwheel

Brightwheel

201-500 employees

Childcare management software for preschools

Consumer Software
Education

Compensation Overview

$165k - $219kAnnually

Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Project Management
Engineering Management
Business & Strategy
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 4+ years experience and proven skills in program management for Go-To-Market and/or data analytics technologies.
  • 2+ years experience guiding and coordinating 5+ teams (3 technical, 2 business) on complex technical projects.
  • A pragmatic approach to developing right-sized processes that help teams operate effectively while delivering high value business outcomes.
  • Exceptional project management skills demonstrated through driving successful multi-team projects from inception to completion.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Responsibilities
  • Drive cross-team technical project velocity by project managing many highly complex go-to-market initiatives that require collaboration across 3 or more technical teams and 2 or more business teams.
  • Lead the discovery for open-ended business problems by partnering with data analytics and data scientists. Supported by data engineering and systems administrators.
  • Drive methodology and consistency in the way we organize and communicate technical programs for resourcing efficiency and delivery date precision.
  • Project manage a team of passionate data engineers, analysts, and systems administrators to ensure efficient delivery of projects in a timely fashion and with quality.
  • Work closely with the Go-to-Market business teams to develop technical plans and goals, as well as to refine processes to improve collaboration.
  • Drive process improvements to increase program velocity while simultaneously raising the bar for quality and operational excellence.

Brightwheel provides childcare management software specifically designed for preschools and childcare centers. The platform simplifies various administrative tasks such as sign-in and sign-out procedures, billing, and communication with families, allowing educators and staff to save time each month. Users have reported that 90% of preschools using Brightwheel experience an increase in timely payments, while 95% of administrators and staff note improved communication with families. Brightwheel operates on a subscription-based model, where childcare centers pay a regular fee to access the software. Its user-friendly interface and strong customer service set it apart from competitors, making it a top choice in the educational technology market. The goal of Brightwheel is to enhance the efficiency of childcare management and foster better relationships between centers and families.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$86.4M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

32%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Brightwheel's acquisition of Experience Early Learning expands its educational offerings.
  • The $55M Series C funding round boosts Brightwheel's growth potential and market reach.
  • Brightwheel's platform improves timely payments and communication for 90% of its users.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-powered tools like Clay could challenge Brightwheel's market position.
  • Integration challenges from acquiring Experience Early Learning may disrupt service quality.
  • Rapid valuation increase to $600 million may attract scrutiny and pressure for growth.

What makes Brightwheel unique

  • Brightwheel offers an all-in-one platform for childcare management and communication.
  • The platform is highly rated, earning the title of #1 childcare software.
  • Brightwheel's integration with QuickBooks enhances financial monitoring for childcare centers.

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Benefits

Competitive base salary

Equity

Premium medical, dental, & vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Flexible PTO policy

Wellness & productivity stipend

Learning & development stipend

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